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Become a Groundation Writer

We are seeking contributors in this new stage of the Groundation Grenada blog. From our small start in 2009 we have organically grown over the years and now we have 721 subscribers with more joining our virtual village everyday. Now we are officially putting out the call for Groundation Writers. We want to create a platform for the diverse voices of youth from across the Caribbean (including the diaspora). We encourage contributions from budding and established writers, poets, artists, farmers, musicians, educators, students and anyone passionate about share their vision of the world.

All contributions will require writing, even visual/audio pieces will need to include a statement, reflection or critique. You can make one contribution or become a regular Groundation Writer. We encourage innovation and initiative, and fully welcome your ideas. Here are a few ideas that we think would elevate the blog, just to get your creative juices flowing.

Perhaps pose a particular question, the answers to which, will form a series of posts. For instance:

Who are the faces of the emerging music scene in your community?

What historical photographs/documents/letters/music can you find & what are the story behind each?

What are some badass blogs/websites that people should know?

Who are some of the people in your village/school/club that inspire you?

What are some innovative approaches to economic/social/agricultural development that you see as viable?

What is a youth perspective on local/regional/intl politics?

Why become a Groundation Writer?

Impact…Inspire…Ignite!

An opportunity to be published globally

Audience of 661 subscribers and growing daily

Share your own projects & links in your bio

Get quality traffic on your blog/website

Build your credibility

Develop your writing

Add experience to your resume

Grow your Voice!

Who is Eligible to become a Groundation Writer?

We are particularly interested in engaging Grenadian, Caribbean and diasporic voices but all are welcome.

How to become a Groundation Writer?

Please read our manifesto and vision (on sidebar) as well as peruse our articles so you know wha we ’bout. If Groundation sounds like it is the space for you, start thinking about your ideas for contributions. Then contact us:

Email us at groundationgrenada@gmail.com

Tell us a little bit about yourself. Also share what you might be interested in contributing and why. (200 – 300 words)